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Q: is lumbar spondylotic changes with degeneration and diffuse posterior disc protrusion symptoms of spondyloarthritis?

is disc degeneration and spondylotic changes a common problem at the age of 30?
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7/31/11 5:25pm

Yes, spine degeneration can begin as early as the teenage years and just keeps on going. Age related changes happen, to some faster than others. Maintain good health, don't smoke and exercise, you'll survive. 

 

Dr. Christina Lasich, MD

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By simi— Last Modified: 07/31/11, First Published: 07/25/11